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Social Change Leaders Podcast#175 Strengthening Civic Life with Simple Coaching SkillsThe Social Change Leaders Podcast is back! Host Traci Warnberg-Lemm returns with fresh insights on the intersection of leadership, civic engagement, and coaching. In this episode, she explores how coaching skills can enhance civic dialogue, and what practical tools leaders can use to strengthen their impact. Plus, Traci shares reflections from listeners on how their passions contribute to social change and provides free resources to help leaders navigate complex times with resilience and clarity.
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✅ Hear listener insights on skills they have that contribute to solving our biggest challenges
✅ Explore self-care, joy and...2025-03-0232 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast#174 - RECONNECTING - Why We Need Our Community Working Together in 2025📢 “The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world’s problems.” – Gandhi
Episode Summary:
The Social Change Leaders Podcast is back! After a hiatus, host Traci Warnberg-Lemm returns with renewed purpose, fresh insights, and a deep commitment to supporting social impact leaders like you. In this episode, Traci shares personal and professional updates, reflects on the challenges shaping our world today, and offers a powerful coaching question to help you clarify your impact. Plus, she extends an invitation to build a thriving community of change m...2025-02-0119 min
The Brand Called YouUnveiling the Blueprint for Community Empowerment | Traci Warnberg-Lemm | Strategist & Founder, Social Motion
Embark on a journey of social innovation and grassroots empowerment with Traci Warnberg-Lemm, the visionary strategist and founder of Social Motion. In a riveting conversation, Traci delves into the intricacies of fostering community-based solutions, navigating policy entrepreneurship, and redefining leadership in the realm of social impact. Join us as she unveils the unique strategies challenging conventional approaches and envisioning a transformative future for societal change.
[00:37] - About Traci Warnberg-Lemm
Traci is a Strategist and a Founder of Social Motion.
It is a training, coaching and consulting company t...2024-01-2322 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastReflections and Learnings from our Podcasting PauseYou can't see the whole picture when you're stuck in the middle of it. - Anonymous More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The Social Change Leaders Podcast is back after a 6 month break! In this episode, Stephanie and Traci share reflections, lessons and reminders during the ‘pauses’ in their lives. They discuss what has helped them sustain their efforts and expand their vision. In their conversation, they discuss: What Stephanie and Traci have been up to the last 6 months What Traci and Stephanie have discove...2023-07-3131 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Evolving Landscape of Systems Change for Social Change LeadersWe are weaving the future on the loom of today - Grace Dawson Do you see and think about the different systems impacting your social change efforts? With the current challenges we face now as we emerge from a global pandemic, social change can feel even more out of reach. It is important to understand the integration of systems when addressing our biggest community challenges. Co-host Traci Warnberg-Lemm shares some observations about the emerging landscape of system change and how to maximize your impact as we move into 2023. In this episode you will: ...2022-12-2915 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast#171 Creating an Aligned Sales Strategy for Your Social EnterpriseMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net
As a social entrepreneur, do you find sales challenging? Does setting prices and then talking about them make you cringe? Take a listen to this episode where co-host, Stephanie Malon-Rufi, has a conversation with Kat Luckock, founder of Share Impact, about her work with social entrepreneurs specifically in the area of sales. Through the conversation with Kat you will:
Learn about how Kat first started working in the social enterprise field
Understand why sales can be so challenging for social entrepreneurs and the work Kat does to work...2022-12-2234 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastGrowing Your Social Business with the Right Support in Place: A Conversation with Casey Gromer“What really draws me to this business is the power we have as women to change the world.” - Casey Gromer More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net As you continue to grow your business, do you struggle with how to grow your team? Do you know how to use team members the most effectively? How can you build an effective team even for a small business? We get into all of these topics and more on this episode with C-Suite Boutique Founder and CEO...2022-12-1533 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastBuilding A Business Without Burning Yourself OutMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you experience entrepreneurial burnout? Are you constantly running around wearing all the hats and putting out fires? This episode is a replay of a workshop that co-hosts Stephanie Malon-Rufi and Traci Warnberg-Lemm presented as part of Twin Cities Start-up Week. In this episode, they walk you through an assessment tool that will help you identify: areas in your business that need better systems in place the types of support you need to keep the business on the right track good time management skills that work and how...2022-12-0841 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSpreading Gratitude“Start every morning with deliberate thinking and thanks giving!!!” -Invajy More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you fallen out of practice with your gratitude routines and habits? This is the time of year when we take time to connect with loved ones, get ready for the holiday season, and reflect on the things we have gratitude for. Sometimes in life, we have to ‘dig a bit deeper to final gratitude. If you have traditionally had a gratitude practice you may have fallen out of practice with it...2022-11-2409 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastPodcast Guest Updates Part 3: Supporting the ecoSystem for Social ChangeMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The Social Change Leaders Podcast is 3 years old! To celebrate, some of our former podcast guests are back giving social change leaders updates, lessons learned and some inspiration. In this episode, we will hear from Nancy Meyer, Elaine Rasmussen, Brenden Kumasari and Ann Price to share updates on their work in the social change landscape and ecosystem to effectively do social change, fund it, communicate the value, and evaluate community efforts. In this episode we referenced: Episode #024: Moving the Money: Connecting Investors and Underestimated Ent...2022-11-1734 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastPodcast Guest Updates Part 2: Equity LeadershipMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The Social Change Leaders Podcast is 3 years old! To celebrate, some of our former podcast guests are back giving social change leaders updates, lessons learned and some inspiration. In this episode, we will hear from Carl Young, Bukata Hayes and Stacy Wells who all share updates on the work they are doing in the community around racial equity and how the equity leadership space has evolved. In this episode we referenced: Episode #5: A Community Based Approach to Mental Wellness Episode #8: Increasing a Co...2022-11-1033 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastPodcast Guest Updates #1: Integrating Wellness and Continuous LearningThe Social Change Leaders Podcast is 3 years old! To celebrate, some of our former podcast guests are back giving social change leaders updates, lessons learned and some inspiration. In this episode, we will hear from Felicia Boone, Sarah Turino and Jory Mickelson who all shared updates on how they are integrating wellness, self improvement and continuous learning while doing social impact work. In this episode we referenced: Episode #30: Wellness + Self Care Series: Finding your Body-Mind-Spirit Connection Episode #32: Wellness + Self Care Series: Writing as Self Care Episode #78: Tilling the Soil for Equ...2022-11-0428 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSelf-Renewal and New RhythmsMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Awaken your spirit to adventure; Hold nothing back, learn to find ease in risk; Soon you will be home in a new rhythm, For your soul senses the world that awaits you. John O’Donahue How do you renew yourself and your life? How do you deal with new rhythms in your personal & professional life? Co-host Traci Warnberg-Lemm shares some of her thoughts about an article she stumbled across about self-renewal and shares some important questions soci...2022-10-2809 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastLessons Learned Over Three Years of Podcasting“The gap between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's problems.” -Gandhi More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The Social Change Leaders Podcast is three years old! We look back at some of our lessons learned, and share our reflections on what are some practices and things that have helped us sustain this effort. In our conversation, we discuss: How we met and determined to launch a podcast over 3 years ago Some of the stats from the podcast including listeners from 86 countries...2022-10-1327 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast#160 Tips for Hitting Your Goals by The End of The YearNote to self: Don’t measure your progress using someone else’s ruler.
-Anonymous
More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net
Are you feeling the end-of-the-year crunch? Do you have some goals that you haven’t finished yet or maybe haven't even started working on? It is the last quarter of the calendar year and for many this is a time when we start to push to get our goals accomplished. In this episode, Stephanie and Traci talk about how to approach this last stretch of the year so tha...2022-10-0616 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastMusings from Greece: Shifting from Symptoms to Healthy SystemsMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net "The big aha for me, having studied populations of the long-lived for nearly a decade, is how the factors that encourage longevity reinforce one another over the long term. For people to adopt a healthful lifestyle, I have become convinced, they need to live in an ecosystem, so to speak, that makes it possible. ... The power of such an environment lies in the mutually reinforcing relationships among lots of small nudges and default choices." -Dan Buettner Do you consid...2022-09-3017 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastHow to Develop a Strong Social Impact PitchMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net "If I had more time I would have written a shorter letter." - Mark Twain Are you confident when talking about the social impact you are trying to make? Do you struggle with making a clear and concise statement about the work you are doing? Putting a persuasive pitch together that is short and interesting can be a challenging task, but we make it simple for you. We have created a template called the Social Impact Pitch to help you create a...2022-09-0113 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastOur Favorite Systems to Stay on Track in Life and WorkIt is necessary to do a systems analysis of your life. Look at where you gain power and where you lose power. - Frederick Lenz More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you struggle to get it all done? Do you find that some of the important work is ignored because you are reacting to the urgent matter of the day? What are some of your favorite systems? If you have some good systems for yourself or if you are looking for some new ideas to refr...2022-08-2519 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastBuilding Civic Engagement and Advocacy into Your Life and Work Part 3 - Civic ActionGet in the Game - By building civic engagement and advocacy into your life and work, we can collectively close the gap between where we are and where we want to be. More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Would you like to gain confidence in your advocacy skills so you can have more impact on the issues you care about? Are you concerned about the state of public life? Policy and civic engagement and advocacy enables all types of organizations to address the root causes of social problems and to create lasting, sy...2022-08-1118 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastBuilding Civic Engagement and Advocacy into Your Life and Work Part 2 - Civic SkillsI am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept Angela Davis More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Would you like to gain confidence in your advocacy skills so you can have more impact on the issues you care about? Are you concerned about the state of public life? Policy and civic engagement and advocacy enables all types of organizations to address the root causes of social problems and to create lasting, systemic change. Advocacy is an important tool...2022-08-0416 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastBuilding Civic Engagement and Advocacy into Your Life and Work“You have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time.” -Angela Davis More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Would you like to gain confidence in your advocacy skills so you can have more impact on the issues you care about? Are you concerned about the state of public life? Is your voice as a social change leader being heard in the public and civic arena? Are you taking aligned actions to create system change? Advocacy is an importan...2022-07-2827 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast#145 Leading Social Impact with More Empathy and Emotional IntelligenceMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
- Maya Angelou
What do empathy and emotional intelligence have to do with social change leadership? As we are finding our way to the other side of the COVID pandemic and are in what many call “The Great Resignation,” we look at how empathy and emotional intelligence can be leaders' greatest tools for creati...2022-06-2322 min
Community PossibilitiesUnderstanding the Why and How of Social Change with Traci Warnberg LemmSend us a textIn this podcast, Traci Warnberg-Lemm shares wisdom she's gathered from working in communities. Here are some of the things we discuss:Solutions to community problems can be solved more effectively by asking why something is wrong, beyond surface level issues. How to do root cause analysis and how, often, the answers the community uncovers is unexpected. Here is the YouTube video about the Washington Monument example of the 5 Whys? How Traci deal with resistance to change? Hint: “You can't argue with results”Coalitions and community-based groups must include...2022-06-1554 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCultivating System Change With Learning"Leading by building learners is one of our best tools for system change and social transformation." -Traci Warnberg-Lemm More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you use learning to support your social change efforts? Do you know if those learning activities are effective? Are you cultivating system change through learning? In this episode we explore learning as a leadership tool for system change. In the episode, you will: Hear why learning is important to system change Learn why we often ‘miss the boat’ with learning and learn...2022-06-0215 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastReflecting on Your Leadership StyleLeadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence. Sheryl Sandberg More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net When was the last time you reflected on your role as a leader? Do you know what type of social change leader you are? In this episode, we talk about what makes a leader, the 5 types of social change leaders and give you a chance to reflect on your own leadership. It is important that soci...2022-05-1917 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Human Side of ChangePeople don't care how much you know until they know how much you care Theodore Roosevelt More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you struggling to effectively manage change? Podcast co-host Traci Warnberg-Lemm and Sarah Horst, Change Effectiveness Partner at Hennepin Healthcare shared their thoughts during the 2022 Minnesota Department of Health Learning Days Conference. They discuss the human side of change and how it has impacted our work and personal lives during COVID. Listen as Traci and Sarah share observations, lessons learned, funny stories and suggestions for m...2022-05-1243 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Importance of Hope in LeadershipMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net If, as a leader, you are not creating hope and helping people see the way forward, chances are, no one else is either.” -From book Strengths Based Leadership What is hope? What does hope have to do with you as a leader? Inspired by the overlapping of three major faiths celebrating holy seasons simultaneously this year, we see one of the common threads in them is hope. And while hope is not a strategy, it is a key component in lea...2022-04-2109 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Collaboration in System ChangeYou have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time. - Angela Davis More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net When was the last time you collaborated to change a system? With the challenges of the pandemic, distrust in leaders and political polarization, system change can often feel out of reach. But think about who you can collaborate with on that path of radical transformation. A critical element of system change is collaboration. In this episode, Traci discusses some tips t...2022-04-1416 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastReflecting On Your Ability to Lead System Change"Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself." - Leo Tolstoy More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net When was the last time you thought about how a big system change is needed? Are you expanding your focus from isolated symptomatic issues and leading with a broader systems view? When was the last time you did some reflecting on your ability to lead system change? With the challenges of the pandemic, distrust in leaders and political polarization, social change can often feel out of reach. Leading system...2022-03-2416 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastEvening Routines That Help You Get the Most Out of Your DaysMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you using your evenings to prepare yourself for restorative nights and productive days? Your evening routines can help you sleep better, stay true to your intentions and make the most of your days. In this episode, Stephanie and Traci talk about the common elements of their own evening routines, rituals and habits you may want to incorporate into the end of your day. They also share a few key questions to ask yourself to help shape your evening routine. In this episode we reference: Step...2022-03-1015 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast#127 5C’s For Successfully Building A Social Change Business: Part 2Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid of standing still.
- Chinese Proverb
More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net
Can you really have a business that creates social change? Yes, you can! Are there some elements to this type of business that are different? Yes, there are! Creating a business AND having social impact may sound challenging but it is possible. In the second of a three-part series, Stephanie Malon-Rufi (owner of Spark Good) reviews the 5 key areas (or the 5 C’s) that all social entrepreneurs need to know an...2022-02-1723 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThinking in Systems: A New Paradigm for Social Change Leadership“When a flower doesn’t bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.” -Alexander den Heijer More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you see and think about the different systems impacting your social change work? With the challenges of the pandemic, distrust in leaders and political polarization, social change can often feel out of reach. However, it is vital to understand and change systems when addressing our biggest community challenges. Today, Traci discusses the topic of system change as a new paradigm and tool for soc...2022-02-0312 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastGetting the Most Out of Your Day: How to Set-up Your Morning RoutineMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you starting your day off right to make the most out of your day? Are you spending the day working in alignment with your goals and greater visions? Learn about how your morning routine can help you make the most of your day and benefit your overall health and mindset. In this episode, Stephanie and Traci talk about the elements of morning routines, rituals and habits you may want to consider. In our conversation we discuss: How the routines and systems you have in plac...2022-01-2721 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastIgniting Leaders and Supporting Social Change in 2022And suddenly you know it is time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings. - Anonymous More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Welcome to 2022! In this episode Traci and Stephaine dive into what is on the horizon for our world, for their own businesses and for the Social Change Leaders podcast. You will listen as they: Discuss the challenges and environment that social change agents find themselves in today Learn about the new format of Social Change Leaders Podcast and what you can look forward to...2022-01-1324 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastReflecting, Visioning and Planning for Social Impact in 2022“Vision without action is merely a dream. Action without vision just passes the time. Vision with action can change the world” - Joel A. Barker More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you started planning your 2022? Maybe you have thought about it but haven’t quite finalized some of your big goals. As we enter 2022, Stephanie and Traci discuss how to create a powerful vision statement and how to get started setting goals & action steps for 2022 with ease and calm. In this episode, we: Understand why reflection is a powerful pl...2022-01-0615 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastPlanning and Sticking to your Goals in 2022More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you planning for how you will make the most out of the time in the new year? How are you figuring out how the important work gets done that is going to move you and your social initiative forward? On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci talk about their top strategies for how to best stick to the goals you are setting for 2022. In our conversation we discuss: The importance of prioritizing important work rather than the urgent work Some key questions to ask yourse...2021-12-1616 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastENCORE EPISODE: Building a Triple Bottom Line BusinessFor the final 2021 encore episode, we want to replay another one of our popular episodes with Anna Tsanir. We recently attended a Women Biz event in Twin Cities and Anna Tsanir won the Social Enterprise award of the year. We were so excited for her and were reminded again about what an incredible biz model this is. Two Bettys Cleaning Company translates values into meaningful actions through a business model that goes beyond profit. Two Bettys uses non-toxic and eco-friendly cleansers, strives to take great care of their employees, builds great relationships with customers and advocates fair labor practices. Anna...2021-11-1840 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastEncore Episode: 5 Types of Social Change LeadersThe best leaders don't know just one style of leadership - they're skilled at several, and have the flexibility to switch between styles as the circumstances dictate. - Daniel Goleman More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Welcome to this encore episode of the Social Change Leaders Podcast! On today’s episode we will share with our audience the types of social change leader and tell where you can take the quiz to help determine, ‘What Type of Social Change Leader Are You?’ To take the quiz, go: HERE On tod...2021-10-2822 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastEpisode Encore: How to Practice Radical Love and Social Justice ParentingEpisode Encore: How to Practice Radical Love and Social Justice Parenting A Conversation with Dr. Traci Baxley, Founder and CEO, Social Justice Parenting More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net “The only way forward is through, together” - Nichelle Smith This week, we present an encore of a previously released podcast focused on the work of Traci Baxley, the creator of Social Justice Parenting. Social Justice Parenting is a philosophy rooted in radical love and activism. Traci’s work focuses on supporting families with intentional parenting today for a more huma...2021-10-1439 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastReflections on Two Years of Podcasting about Social ChangeLife isn’t a matter of milestones, but moments. - Rose Kennedy This is the 2 year anniversary of the Social Change Leaders Podcast! Thanks to all of you for being part of this journey. In our conversation, you will hear: How the podcast got started and its initial goals Reflections based on 2 years of podcasting The ways podcast guests have inspired Traci and Stephanie Traci and Stephanie’s perspectives on what this podcast has meant to them personally and professionally Details about how to work with Traci and Stephanie to support your social change efforts...2021-10-0823 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSetting Mindset and Habits for Social ImpactPractice isn’t the thing you do once you’re good. It’s the thing you do that makes you good. -Malcolm Gladwell More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net As we head into quarter four of this year---we know this is often the busiest time of year for people. With more demands on our time and energy and money, it is important to remember to take care of our mindset and continue developing habits to support our goals. Do you need to refresh your mindset and reset some habits? If...2021-09-3020 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastHow to Make Collaborative Learning More EffectiveConnecting people, organizations and systems to learn and lead together is one of the most powerful tools for social change. -Traci Warnberg-Lemm More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net What is the role of learning for people engaged in social change? Why is this important? What are the most effective ways to do this? Co-host and learning design expert, Traci Warnberg-Lemm, addresses these questions and talks about the power of peer-based learning. Listen to some tips and ideas for making collaborative learning more effective. In this episode: Learn about different colla...2021-09-0920 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastAdvocacy as Social Change Tool"To be successful you have to be dumb enough to think you can change the world and smart enough to know how. - Clint Borgen More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Can one social innovator have an impact on global poverty through public policy? In this episode, we talk with Clint Borgen, Founder of Borgen Project, a non-governmental organization that fights global poverty through advocacy and civic engagement. Clint is one of leading poverty-reduction campaigners in the United States. In our discussion we talk about the founding of the Borgen Pro...2021-09-0237 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Social Change Leaders in 'Setting the Pace'Remember to Celebrate Milestones as you prepare for the road ahead - Nelson Mandela More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net This is the 100th episode of the Social Change Leaders Podcast! Thanks to all of our listeners for being part of this journey. Thanks to all the many social change leaders working in many sectors to make our communities better places where we all can thrive. This 100th episode shares some reflections on what we have learned and some thoughts about the role of social change leaders in ‘setting the pace’...2021-08-1233 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Strategy in LeadershipLeaders establish the vision for the future and set the strategy for getting there. - John P. Kotter More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you a leader that is strategic? Is strategy your dominant leadership style? For leaders who are tackling community challenges and addressing social issues, strategy is critical. Listen to Stephanie and Traci discuss the strategic leadership style. In today’s episode: you will: Hear about the role strategy plays in leadership Understand different styles of leadership and why it is important to know our dominant leaders...2021-07-2211 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastA Mid-Year Check-In With Your Social EnterpriseKeep Moving Forward! More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you regularly check-in with your social enterprise? Or do you typically get to the final month of the year and then wonder what those goals are that you wanted to achieve? Mid-year is the perfect time to do a check-in. It is a good time to reflect on your work, determine your plan for the rest of the year and hopefully get re-energized. On today’s episode we: Review the social enterprise check-up; a 6-part framework to increase the sustaina...2021-07-1514 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastEmail Tips for Social Change LeadersCommunication works for those who work at it John Powell More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net How do you most commonly communicate with others in your social change efforts? Most likely, you are using email regularly in your work. But email can become draining and ineffective quite quickly. It may be worth stepping back to evaluate how you use email, when you use email and what results you want from it. In today’s episode, co-hosts Traci and Stephanie share eight tips for more effectively using email as...2021-07-0113 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Innovation in LeadershipWe cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them -Albert Einstein More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you a leader that innovates easily and regularly? Is innovation your dominant leadership style? For leaders who are tackling community challenges and addressing social issues, innovation is critical. Listen to Stephanie and Traci discuss the innovative leadership style. In today’s episode: you will: Hear about the role innovation plays in leadership Understand different styles of leadership and why it is important to know our domina...2021-06-2412 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Operations in Leadership“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” – Vincent Van Gough More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net How effective are you at operations and management? Is performing operations your dominant leadership style? For leaders who are tackling community challenges and addressing social issues, operations are critical. Listen as Stephanie and Traci discuss the operational leadership style. In today’s episode: you will: Hear about operations and its role in leadership Understand different styles of leadership and why it is important to know our dominant leadership style Hear...2021-06-1011 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastAffirmations as a Path for ChangeIt’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen -Muhammad Ali More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you effectively using affirmations to have more impact? Did you know positive affirmations can raise the level of the feel good hormones in your brain and thus push your brain to develop new neural pathways for positive and optimistic thinking? In this episode we want to talk about a practice that all social change leaders can and should do - the...2021-05-2711 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Collaboration in Leadership"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net How collaborative are you? How effective are you in this? Is collaborating your dominant leadership style? For leaders who are tackling community challenges and addressing social issues, collaboration is critical. In today’s episode: you will: Hear about collaboration and its role in leadership Understand the 5 different styles of leadership and why it is important to know our dominant leadership style Hear about why collaborative leadership matters and some of...2021-05-1313 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast3 Success Factors to Launching Your Social Impact EnterpriseSuccess is liking what yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it. Maya Angelou More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you been thinking about how your work can make more of a social impact. Or starting a social enterprise? Or launching a program that benefits the people and planet? Stop delaying and start taking action! Now is the time to be the change you want to see in the world. Hosts Traci and Stephanie want to help you do this effectively. They share the top 3 success facto...2021-05-0613 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastUsing Your Zones of Genius to Create Social Change“The goal in life is not to attain some imaginary ideal; it is to find and fully use our own gifts.” -Gay Hendricks More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you noticed that some types of work keep you energized and other types totally drain you? What if you could always feel energized from the work that you do? In this episode listen to hosts, Traci and Stephanie as they talk about Zones of Genius. You will learn: A brief overview of the book The Big Leap by Gay Hendrick...2021-04-3009 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast4 Simple Steps to Begin Having an Impact While Making Money“The best way to have social impact and generate revenue, is to strategize, collaborate, break some rules, and operationalize your passion.” -Traci Warnberg-Lemm and Stephanie Malon-Rufi More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you wondered how you can create social change and make money? Can you really do both? The corporate world of making money and the nonprofit, charity and government world of social change are coming together in unique ways. There is a lot of room for creativity in the emerging social business and social enterprise field. On today’s episod...2021-04-1519 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThree Things To Do Before Planning Your Learning Event“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Many of us are creating trainings or learning events for colleagues, coworkers or even for clients. Are you engaging the correct people prior to planning? Have you identified why you are doing the training? Do you know how much planning goes into a learning event? In today’s episode, co-host Traci Warnberg-Lemm walks us through 3 important considerations to make before you develop a course, training or learning ev...2021-04-0122 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSimple Ways Leaders Can Build Ecosystems for LearningLeaders must build ecosystems that support learning and ones that create safe places for trial and error during the implementation of learning. - Traci Warnberg-Lemm More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you confident that your learning efforts help you achieve your organizational goals? Are you as a leader supporting ongoing learning for colleagues and team? In today’s episode, Traci walks us through why and how leaders can build ecosystems and cultures for learning. We discuss why leaders need to think bigger about how they can support learning beyond the t...2021-03-2528 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastLearning as a Tool for Social TransformationA leader’s most important role is supporting the development of others to better equip them to scale their impact and create social transformation. Traci Warnberg-Lemm More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you wish you had a leadership superpower that created results and impact? Do you incorporate learning into your work and that of your team? Do you ever struggle with having training or learning opportunities that are effective? Today we explore learning as a leadership tool for social change. In this episode we examine learning as a key component to great...2021-03-0428 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast4 Quick Ways to Shift Your MindsetWhen you change the things you look at, the things you look at change Wayne Dyer More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you know when you need to shift your mindset? What tools do you have that help you quickly do that? This week we are going to talk about 4 simple ways to shift your mindset and how to know when you need to use them. On today’s episode we: Discuss how a positive mindset sets us up for success Define some of the common ways to identi...2021-02-2511 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Role of Inspiration in LeadershipDo you find yourself inspired on a consistent basis? Do you inspire others? Do others inspire you? Inspiration can be the catalyst of great ideas and forward movement to achieve them! Knowing where we get our inspiration can be helpful on our journey to create innovative social change. In this episode we examine inspiration, especially how it can be a key component to great leadership. In today’s episode, you will: Understand what inspiration is and where it comes from Hear about why inspiration matters and the benefits of being inspired Reflect on research that shows how inspiration can be a...2021-02-1823 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastPartnering with Government: 7 Strategies to Create ChangeIf liberty and equality, as it thought by some, are chiefly to be found in democracy, they will be best attained when all persons alike share in government to the utmost. - Aristotle More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you want to support good governance and good government? What can you do as a social change leader to effectively partner with government agencies on shared community goals? Join us and hear 7 strategies to partner with the government and create change. And download the tip sheet here. On today’s episode...2021-01-2134 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCreating a Vision and Plan for 2021Tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today. - African Proverb More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you started planning your 2021? Today Stephanie and Traci continue the conversation about transitioning from 2020 to 2021. In this episode, we discuss how to create a powerful vision statement and how to get started setting goals & action steps for 2021. In this episode, we: Learn about vision statements, why they are important and how to create one of your own Discuss goals, how to set goals and how to plan for the yea...2021-01-0717 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast12 Year-End Reflection Questions for Social InnovatorsFrom quiet reflection will come even more effective action. Peter Drucker More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you taken time to reflect on 2020? The new year is a time many reflect on the year that has passed and begin planning for the one ahead. Listen as Stephanie & Traci share some year-end rituals and activities to consider as 2020 comes to an end. This episode also walks through 12 year-end reflection questions for social innovators, social entrepreneurs and social change leaders. In our conversation we: Discuss some of the coll...2020-12-3121 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastAnswering a call: Sarah Symons Founder of Her Future CoalitionIf you call and no one answers, go anyway. - Rabindranath Tagore More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Trafficking of women for sexual exploitation is an international human rights crisis. How do girls and women that have been exploited overcome the trauma and create a livelihood? Today we talk with Sarah Symons, Founder and Executive Director of Her Future Coalition, an international non-profit and social enterprise fighting human trafficking and other severe gender violence with shelter, education and employment. In our conversation we: Learn about Sarah Symons had a...2020-12-1043 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastBeing Grateful Because of 2020More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Be grateful for the hard times too. They have opened your eyes to the things you weren’t paying attention to. - Anonymous Has it felt hard to be grateful in 2020? As you end the year are you thinking about all the things that did not happen because of 2020? Today we want to challenge you to think about 2020 differently. Gratitude is important! We want to share experiences and things in 2020 that we are grateful for - not just despite the pandemic but sometimes BECAUSE of the pa...2020-11-1925 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCivic Series Part 1: Reflections and QuestionsGood Governance Depends on the Ability to take responsibility by both administrations as well as people. - Narendra Modi More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net As we approach the U.S. 2020 elections, where many big elections are occurring in all levels of government (including presidential), it is important to think about the role and responsibilities we have to American democracy. We are not born being good citizens or participants in democracy. Being an effective member of a democracy must be learned, cultivated and practiced. And with only 55% of the eligible votin...2020-10-2231 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastReflections on One Year of PodcastingOne year = 365 Opportunities More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The Social Change Leaders Podcast is one year old! We look back at some of our episodes, share our reflections and what we have learned. In our conversation, we discuss: The importance of getting started and why now is the time to dive in and get out of your comfort zone The value of partnering and doing things together How keeping focused on our passion and our why has been helpful Being flexible The importance of communication Keeping a sense of humor in ne...2020-10-0821 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastUnderstanding and Coping When You are ‘Hitting a Wall’If you can’t imagine getting through whatever you are going through…...just try imagine getting through the next tiny little bit, the next 5 minutes, hour or day, whatever feels manageable. More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you running out of gas? Do you feel like you are losing steam and need to recharge? Over the past month, we have noticed ourselves and others expressing the feeling of ‘hitting a wall.’ Having a loss of energy and feeling constantly fatigued. As we are still in the throws of the global pandemic and as we ent...2020-10-0120 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastNow is the Time to Build Something New“The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old but on building the new.” Socrates More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The COVID-19 pandemic has further exposed the systemic inequalities of our global economic system. At the same time, citizen and community action is increasing across the globe as our complex problems require cooperation and collective action. Have you thought about a way that you can contribute and have a social impact right now? Do you have an idea for a business o...2020-09-2424 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSelf Awareness as the Key to Leading with Impact“It is self-awareness that allows the best business-builders to walk the tightrope of leadership: projecting conviction while simultaneously remaining humble enough to be open to new ideas and opposing opinions.” -“How Leaders Become Self-Aware” by Anthony K. Tjan More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you see yourself as a leader? What type of leader are you? Are you looking to improve your skills and have more impact as a leader? In this episode we talk about one of the most effective things you can do as a leader; to become se...2020-09-1714 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThree Ways to Integrate Social Impact Into Your Life and Work“All of us, whichever job or project we choose to take on, do something to change the culture. That social impact, positive or negative is our choice. It turns out that all of us are social entrepreneurs. It’s just that some people are choosing to make a bigger (and better) impact than others. It’s a spectrum, not a label.” -Seth Godin More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you wondered how you can earn money while also having a positive impact on the community? You can! On today’s episode we sha...2020-09-1014 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastWhat Type of Social Change Leader Are You?The best leaders don't know just one style of leadership - they're skilled at several, and have the flexibility to switch between styles as the circumstances dictate. Daniel Goleman More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Welcome to the 50th episode of the Social Change Leaders Podcast! On today’s episode we will share with our audience a new quiz to help determine, ‘What Type of Social Change Leader Are You?’ To take the quiz, Go HERE On today’s episode we we discuss: How today’s problems and challeng...2020-08-2721 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastLessons Learned After 50 Podcast Episodes You many never know what results come from your action. But if you do nothing, there will be no result. -Gandhi More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net This podcast started out as a labor of love for social change leaders. Next week will be our 50th episodes and we have some exciting announcements coming up. On today’s episode we will look back and discuss what we have learned launching and doing a weekly podcast. We share some of the secrets from behind the scenes, l...2020-08-2031 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCollaboration for Social ImpactUnity is strength ... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved - Mattie Stepanek Social change leaders and More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net In today's episode we discuss collaboration. Collaboration is a skill that social change leaders must acquire and constantly improve in order to engage and energize individuals and groups to accomplish mutual goals. Collaborative leadership involves bringing the right stakeholders together to do the right things to meet community goals. Many of our challenges today require multi-sectoral partnerships between the public, private and nonprofit sect...2020-08-0728 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastTop 10 Time Management Tips for Social InnovatorsRun the day or the day runs you. Jim Rohn More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Are you making the most out of the time you have available? How are you figuring out how the important work gets done that is going to move you and your social initiative forward? Using the rock, pebble, sand in a jar analogy is helpful when you plan how to use your time to make sure it is helping you achieve your goals for social change. But how can you build in better time mana...2020-07-3020 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast5 Common Mindset Blocks for Social Impact LeadersOnce your mindset changes, everything on the outside changes along with it. - Steve Maraboli More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net As we continue to do socially impactful work, there are some common mindset traps that all social impact leaders can fall into on a regular basis. Getting stuck in these mindset blocks can have a big impact on many areas of our life: not only the work we are doing but our confidence, energy, relationships, health, fulfilment and success. If we can learn to understand more about these common pi...2020-07-2321 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast6 Types of Outside Support That Can Maximize Your Social ImpactBe Strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it. - Anonymous More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Social change leaders like you are doing important work. But as you launch, develop and more deeply engage in your social impact efforts, you may find you hit some road blocks or stall out a bit. This is the perfect time to bring in additional support and assistance and perspective from the outside. This can be very valu...2020-07-1622 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastTaking Time to Work ‘On not In’ Your Social EnterpriseMost entrepreneurs fail because they are working in their business rather than on their business. - Michael Gerber More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net As you launch and grow your social change work do you often find yourself drowning in all your 'to dos' that are urgent, but rarely being able to work on what is important? When you are launching and operating your work around social change it is easy to get caught up in all the things you need to do. But it is equally critical for social chang...2020-07-0915 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSustaining Hope and Action for Social Change“Do we settle for the world as it is, or do we work for the world as it should be?” - Michelle Obama More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Today we discuss how to social change leaders can sustain hope and action. In our conversation we: Discuss the current social change work that is being done is not just in the margins but the significant changes happening at the micro level and systems being challenged at the macro level. Discuss active hope vs. passive hope and the importance of social...2020-06-2513 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThoughts from Minneapolis: How did we get here? Where will we go?More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net In the wake of the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent protests and reactions in the Twin Cities and around the world, we wanted to invite Carl Young back to the podcast. Carl is a social change leader, a mental wellness professional who does a lot of community-based work and a black man living in Minneapolis. In this episode with Carl we talk about: Carl’s experience growing up as a black man in the south contrasted with living in Minnesota for over several dec...2020-06-1845 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast3 Key Questions to Ask if You are Ready to LaunchMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you been thinking about how your work can make more of a social impact. Or starting a social enterprise? Or launching a program that benefits the people and planet? Stop delaying yourself from taking action! Now is the time to be the change you want to see in the world. Listen to this replay of our virtual workshop to walk you through the 3 questions you need to ask yourself first. We will let you know the key pieces you need in place so you are ready to launc...2020-05-2847 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastSocial Impact Launch Stories“A Journey of a Thousand Miles begins with a Single Step.” - Lao Tzu More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you wondered why your idea for that social enterprise, nonprofit or social impact business is still inside your head? On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci talk about the most important part of launching that idea to earn money by doing good things for people and the planet - GETTING STARTED! Stephanie and Traci are going to share their launch stories as well as a few stories of fellow social en...2020-05-2129 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCan You Really Make Money Doing Good?Chase your passions and money will come. Chase money and you may never find your passions. - Colin Wright More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Have you wondered how you can earn money by doing good things for people and the planet? It is possible! On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci talk about the different ways that people can make money while also providing a benefit to the collective. In our conversation we discuss: The difference between a for-profit and a non-profit structure and the ways people...2020-05-1420 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastWhy Now is the Time to Start Your Social Change IdeaThe time is now. The Person if you. - Nido R. Qubein More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Do you have a little voice inside you that is nudging you to finally launch that thing or take that leap into having more impact? Or maybe you have wanted to take the leap into going out on your own. On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci will be talking about why NOW is the perfect time to start that social enterprise, launch that nonprofit or social impact business that makes a contri...2020-05-0719 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastWellness + Self Care Series: Part 4 - Writing as Self CareSometimes the truth depends on a walk around a lake. - Wallace Stevens More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net How often do you do creative writing in your life? Have you ever tried to write as a way to relax and take care of yourself? Today, our guest is Jory Mickelson, a writer, educator, and retreat facilitator living in Bellingham, Washington. Jory helps us understand how writing and being in nature are important self-care practices. Jory is a writer, educator, and retreat facilitator living in Bellingham, Washington. Even if you don’t...2020-04-2335 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastWellness + Self Care Series: Releasing stress and anxiety“We change the world not by what we say or do, but as a consequence of what we have become.” - Dr David Hawkins More information can be found here. On today’s episode we speak with Dr Josh Eha. Dr. Josh has close to 20 years experience helping patients free themselves from physical, mental, and emotional bondage through acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and Emotional Releasing techniques. Patients demonstrate time and time again the necessity and effectiveness of releasing practices for stress, anxiety and depression that are the root of most modern chronic disease...2020-04-1640 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastWhat Social Innovation Leaders Can Learn from COVID 19 StoriesShared leadership ... is less like an orchestra where the conductor is always in charge, and more like a jazz band, we're leadership is passed around … depending on what the music demands at the moment and who feels moved by the spirit to express the music. - Philip Schlechty More information can be found at https://www.socialchangeleaders.net/episode/028 We are absorbing a lot of news and information about COVID-19 on TV, in our social media feeds, from papers and magazines, in our emails and from our friends and family. On today’s episo...2020-03-2623 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast10 Strategies to Keep Working and Living During COVID-19Try this perspective shift. Instead of seeing “social distancing” and travel bans as panic, try seeing them as acts of mass cooperation intended to protect the collective whole. This plan is not about individuals going into hiding. It's a global deep breath...an agreement between humans around the planet to be still. Be still, in hopes that the biggest wave can pass without engulfing too many of the vulnerable among us. - Dr. Lindsay Jernigan More information can be found at https://www.socialchangeleaders.net/episode/027 There is great uncertainty right now in our w...2020-03-1821 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastMoving the Money: Connecting Investors and Underestimated EntrepreneursMore information can be found at: www.socialchangeleaders.net/episode/024 ‘Level Up’ Ciara On today’s episode we speak with Elaine Rasmussen, Founder and CEO of Social Impact Strategies Group, and Stephannie Lewis, their Director of Strategic Partnerships. Social Impact Strategies Group (SISG) a Black/Native-led certified B-corp social enterprise. SISG provides facilitation and consultation on racial equity and social impact audits, education workshops for investors & underestimated entrepreneurs, and produces the annual ConnectUP! MN Summit which promotes and grows inclusive and equitable entrepreneur ecosystems that drive positive, sustainable social impact grounded in economic justice. ...2020-02-2740 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastThe Importance of Coaching for Social InnovatorsMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. Albert Einstein On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci discuss coaching. Listeners will: Learn about the history of coaching and the current booming industry of coaching Hear stories of how coaching has supported and helped Stephanie and Traci to grow their businesses and personal lives Understand how coaching is different from consulting and therapy and what you can expect from a coach Be encouraged to think about how working w...2020-02-2031 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastHow to Create Culture ChangeCulture can become a secret weapon that makes extraordinary things happen. - Jon Katzenback More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net In order to maximize your impact, social innovators and social change leaders need to understand the role of culture and have skills to leverage, influence and transform culture. Traci has over 25 years working with communities in the United States and abroad, specifically working within nonprofits and government in the areas of innovation, collaboration, learning and systemic change. In this episode, Traci will share: Why culture changing skills are important to...2020-02-0621 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastPodcast Recommendations for Social Change LeadersMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Learning is a Treasure that will follow its owner everywhere Chinese Proverb On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci share a few of their favorite podcasts and discuss how these podcasts may be helpful to social change leaders, social entrepreneurs and social innovators. In this episode we referenced: Online Marketing Made Easy with Amy Porterfield https://www.amyporterfield.com/amy-porterfield-podcast/ Speaking Your Brand with Carol Cox https://www.speakingyourbrand.com BizChix with Natalie Eckdahl https://bizchix.com The Bra...2020-01-2317 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastLiving with Intention, 5 Takeaways from Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus TourMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Commitment isn’t just trying, it’s deciding. Deciding what’s right for you. Deciding the time is right. Deciding you deserve it. Deciding there are no excuses or delays. Deciding how to keep your word - to yourself and in your life. - Oprah 2020 Vision: Your Life In Focus Workbook On today’s episode, Stephanie and Traci share a few of their key take-aways from Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus event. You will: Hear what Oprah learned when she aligned her show with her values an...2020-01-1620 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastHow to Practice Radical Love and Social Justice ParentingMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net On today’s episode we speak with Dr. Traci Baxley. Traci is the creator of Social Justice Parenting, a philosophy rooted in radical love and activism. Traci’s work focuses on supporting families with intentional parenting today for a more humane world tomorrow. Hear Traci’s own story of how she came into this work stemming from her own feelings of belonging for herself and others, especially the need to rally around children who are marginalized Understand how parents can and need to move from fear-based parenting to embrac...2020-01-0238 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCreating a Vision and Planning for More Impact in 2020 (Part 2)More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net /episode/015 In this episode, you will have the opportunity to: Learn the characteristics of a good vision statement Understand the connection between vision, mission, goals and strategies. values Begin developing a written vision statement by answering 3 questions: What are the core values that drive you? What is the ultimate impact you want to have / difference you want to make? What do you want you life / organization / community to be like in 5-10 years Begin to brainstorm 3 big goals for yourself in 2020 Generate ideas for how you...2019-12-2325 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastCreating a Vision and Planning for More Impact in 2020 (Part 1)More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net In this episode, you will have the opportunity to: Learn about visioning and planning and why it is important to do on a regular basis Understand the different ways you can create your vision including vision boards, visualization and vision statement creation Hear how Stephanie and Traci approach visioning and planning in different ways to fit their personalities Begin thinking about your vision and potential planning for 2020 and listen to Part Two which will include a useful worksheet to help you in this process We referenced:2019-12-1924 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastHow to Develop and Lead with a Mindset for Social InnovationMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net In this episode, we discuss something central and critical to social innovation - mindset. In order to best leverage socially innovative ideas and energy, we all need to collectively embrace a mindset for it. Specifically, you will: Understand what mindset is and why it matters Hear about why a mindset for social innovation is important to anyone who wants to create a better world Learn about the 6 key characteristics of someone with a social innovation mindset Learn some first steps so you can work toward a stronger soc...2019-11-2123 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastHow A Social Enterprise is Strengthening Families by Supporting Cooperative Co-ParentingIn this episode, you will: Meet Alysha Price and learn how her journey as a mom and co-parent led her to pursue her passions and develop her own social enterprise, The Price Dynamic. Understand how Alysha’s alignment of personal values and her business mission is making her unstoppable on her path to strengthen families, especially those that require cooperative co-parents. Learn about how Alysha decided to take a leap and apply for a Finnovation Fellowship in Minneapolis, Minnesota and how she will use this award will allow herself to scale up The Price Dynamic. Hear about the boo...2019-11-1437 min
Social Change Leaders Podcast10 Ways To Create Culture for Social InnovationMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net In today’s episode, you will have the opportunity to: Hear about social innovation is and why it is the important today Understand we need to create culture and systems for social innovation to take root and thrive Learn 10 ways for YOU to start building and creating systems and culture for social innovation in your organizations and your community Be challenged to lead with mindset of social innovation In this episode, we referenced: Linda A Hill, The Art and Practice of Leading Innovation Deloitte, Thought Lead...2019-10-3120 min
Social Change Leaders PodcastA Community Based Approach To Mental WellnessMore information can be found at www.socialchangeleaderspodcast.net In this episode, you will: Meet Carl Young and learn about his journey into the mental health field and why he started Increasing Life Chances 4 You (ILC4Y) Learn about the unique, community-based approach ILC4Y is taking to reduce mental health stigma, support individuals, families and the community in order to address health disparities Have an opportunity to walk through a worksheet Carl uses to support mental wellness in our communities - worksheet available here: https://mailchi.mp/cc401ade8491/episode5 Hear about some of the ch...2019-10-1728 minSocial Change Leaders PodcastIntroduction to Social Change Leaders PodcastIntroduction to Social Change Leaders Podcast Show notes / more information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Welcome to the Social Change Leaders Podcast. In this episode, you will hear about: Why the Social Change Leaders Podcast was launched The challenges and environment that social change leaders and innovators are currently operating in How the Social Change Leaders Podcast can support your social change efforts How business owners and social entrepreneurs, Stephanie and Traci, seek to support individuals and organizations to better innovate, collaborate and create systemic change “The difference between what we do a...2019-09-2913 min